Badami
Badami is well known for its rich history and ancient architecture. It was the ancient capital of the early Chalukya kingdom. A number of richly carved monuments and caves belonging to Chalukyas, dating back to the 6th and 7th centuries can be found here. The Chalukyas laid the foundation of a unique style of architecture, which is a fine blend of North Indian Nagara style and the South Indian Dravidian style of architecture. The architecture and sculptures created in Badami during the time of the Chalukyas inspired later-day architectural and sculpting traditions. A number of places of historical importance are situated near Badami.
Fact File:- Total Population; 25,851
- Area:10.3 sq km
- Languages: Kannada and English
- STD Code: 08357
- Badami Fort
- Bhagavati Temple
- Bhuthanatha Temples
- Durga Temple
- Galaganatha Temple
- Ladkhan Temple
- Papanatha Temple
- Ravanaphadi Cave
- Sangameshvara Temple
- Archeological Museum
